Dirk Vanhoecke

Dirk Vanhoecke is an experienced professional currently serving as the Directeur Burger en Welzijn at Gemeente Schoten since September 2023. Previously, Dirk held various key positions at HEMA from September 2010 to March 2023, including Commercieel Operationeel Manager, with responsibilities encompassing P&L management for approximately 100 stores in Belgium and Luxembourg, and oversight of a large operational team. Dirk also contributed to the strategic vision as a member of the management team and played a pivotal role in coaching, project implementation, and financial oversight. Additionally, Dirk's earlier experience includes roles such as Regionaal Operationeel Manager at HEMA, Commercieel Verantwoordelijke at Fnac, and Business Area Manager at Ikea Belgium. Dirk obtained education from the University of Antwerp and the H.Pius X-Instituut.